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Child-custody battles aren't always easy, and many parents struggle to keep their children safe. Sometimes, the other parent is a threat, but without evidence, it's hard to take steps to prevent that person's actions.Take, for example, this story about a 31-year-old...
In the state of California, unmarried fathers aren't automatically considered to be a child's biological parent, even if they're listed on their birth certificate. Instead, they must establish their paternity in order for the state to recognize them as the child's...
It's not uncommon for divorced spouses to decide to get back in the dating game again in the months and years after their marriage comes to an end. While those couples may not be at the point where they're interested in walking back down the aisle once again, they may...
While hiding assets during a divorce is illegal, there's always a sneaky spouse out there that thinks that they won't get caught. If they are really good at their game, then they could rob you of access to assets you'd otherwise be entitled to when you divorce.Some of...
In the past, many states' laws treated pets as nothing more than property that should be split up like a house, jewelry or any other asset in a divorce. That will change on Jan. 1, 2019, when Assembly Bill 2274 goes into effect in California though.Under the new law,...
Up until recently, California courts treated pets simply as community property to divide amongst the separating couple like a couch or house. This did not sit well for passionate pet owners that wanted full custody of their dogs and cats, leaving judges unprepared for...
A family court judge deciding a custody matter is responsible for making decisions that they believe are in the child's best interests. A judge will often take into account a child's age and the bond that the parent and child share in rendering decisions. They may...
When it comes to how marital assets are split up, it's important to know that California is a community property state. This means that anything that a couple acquires during a marriage is subject to being split 50-50 between the two if they divorce.One of the only...
Did you recently get divorced in San Jose? If so, you likely aren't ready to move into a home by yourself. Divorce can cause a shock to your system to the point where you have to condition yourself to be a single person again. If you are the recipient of spousal...
After years of marriage, you and your spouse decide to divorce. You understand that a court may split your assets evenly, but you worry as to how your hard-earned pension plan will face division between you and your ex-spouse.Understanding that California operates...
